# Banana Sundae Pies These Miniature Banana Split Sundae Pies are Deliciously Sweet By M | Published 2014-09-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-split-sundae References: [sheknows](http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/1045169/banana-split-mini-pie-recipe) & [sheknows](http://www.sheknows.com/) If you're looking for a fun new way to enjoy your ice cream you simply must check out these innovative banana split sundaes that come served in a miniature pie form. These delicious chilly treats are the perfect individual size to get your ice cream fill. While banana split sundaes are without a doubt a classic comfort food item, sometimes they can be a bit too much to eat all in one sitting. These cute [banana split sundae pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-birthday-party-pies) cleverly reduce the size of a traditional sundae without compromising the flavor. To make them at home simply fill up six [mini graham cracker pie shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bite-sized-pie) with Neopolitan ice cream, banana slices, crushed pineapple, strawberry jam, chocolate sauce, whipped cream and maraschino cherries. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Miniature Desserts:** Opportunity for dessert companies to create more miniaturized versions of classic desserts to provide portion control and convenience. - **Innovative Ice Cream Treats:** Potential for ice cream manufacturers to experiment with creative flavors, textures, and formats to attract consumers seeking unique dessert experiences. - **Personalized Comfort Food:** Chance for food companies to capitalize on the trend of creating personalized versions of comfort foods, allowing consumers to enjoy nostalgic favorites in individual servings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Dessert Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for dessert manufacturing companies to explore the creation of more miniaturized dessert options. - **Ice Cream Production:** Opportunity for ice cream producers to develop innovative ice cream products, such as mini pie-shaped sundaes, to cater to consumer demand for unique ice cream experiences. - **Convenience Food Industry:** Potential for convenience food companies to offer personalized comfort food options, like miniature banana split sundaes, that can be enjoyed on the go or as a convenient dessert option. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Single-Serve Foodservice Cream Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-cream-pies.md) - [Banana Split Skillet Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-chocolate-banana-split-pizookie.md) - [Pie-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-summer-pie-series.md) - [Bar-Style Ice Cream Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutty-sundae-ice-cream-bars.md) - [Summery Southern Cuisine Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southern-pie-sundaes.md) - [Banana Split-Inspired Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-split-cookie.md) - [Comforting Pudding Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-puddin-creme-pies.md) - [Indulgent Spoonable Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-jerrys-sundaes2.md) - [Pie-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pie-ice-creams.md)